Monthly Archives: February 2018

Ukulele Group / Strictly Ukuleles Meeting: fortnightly Tues pm Methodist Church Our February sessions have been based around two themes: firstly ‘Travel’, so we sang and played such favourites as Freight Train (Nancy Whisky), Morningtown Ride (The Seekers) and Leaving on a Jet Plane (John Denver). Our second session was largely devoted to Rock n […]

Once again twelve of us from Group 1 were not disappointed with our lunch at The Royalist Pub in Market Harborough. We met shortly after midday which, on reflection, was a good idea as towards 1pm the dining room was packed. Nevertheless, the staff were friendly and efficient and the food was delicious and very […]

The April cycle ride will be led by Terry Coe, phone number 01536 713556, and his team. We meet at the Samuel Pepys Inn, Slipton on Friday 6 April at 10.30 am. Our starting point is located by leaving the A14 at the Thrapston junction. June Dix Phone 01536 506876 Mob. 07904701832

The next walk will be on 29th March starting from All Saints Church, Lowesby at 10.00am. This 8 mile walk is the first of the ‘summer season’ and is mainly on quiet lanes and pasture land. After a picnic lunch there will be a refreshment stop at The Black Boy Inn in Hungarton. Directions: B6047 […]

We meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 5 Holdenby Close, MH, at 10am. In February we heard a selection of music composed in the 19th and 20th centuries. We began with the ‘Symphony No. 5 in in D minor’ by Dmitry Shostakovich(1906-1976) first performed in November 1937. After coffee we listened to […]

We meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 2.00pm in the Lounge at the Congregational Church. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 27 March when Colin, will give a talk entitled ‘Lost London Architecture’. New members are always very welcome. Please contact me if you are interested in joining the Group. Peter […]

Rehearsals for Hip Hip Horatio are going well.The semi-chorus, coached by Christine, is rehearsing on the alternate Tuesdays. We are all looking forward to the concert in April. Joy Swallow Tel: 01858 462368

The age of coaching always conjures up a romantic image, but nothing could be further from the truth. At our last meeting, Dr Len Holden gave us a fascinating insight into the rise and decline of the coaching trade in Market Harborough. On Tuesday 20 March, we will welcome Pat Perkins, who will be giving […]

Lovely winter sunshine and open views were enjoyed by the group on the February 6 mile walk from Maidwell. We walked to Blueberry Lodge and then came back along the Brampton Valley Way to The Stag at Maidwell where we had lunch. New members are always welcome. The next walk is on Tuesday 6th March at Billesdon. […]

SUNDAY 20th MAY 2018 ONE FAMILY… TWO HISTORIC ATTACTIONS. A JOINT VISIT TO SPETCHLEY PARK GARDENS AND BERKELEY CASTLE. PRICE: £45 INCLUDES GUIDED TOURS TO BOTH ATTRACTIONS, MORNING REFRESHMENTS, PRE-BOOKED LUNCH and COACH Upon arrival we have refreshments in the Old Laundry Tea Room, and have then a guided tour of the gardens-1 […]